Florida Spine & Pain Institute

Month: February 2025

Discover the Spine-Migraine Link: Improve Posture, Reduce Pain

Have you ever noticed a headache creeping in after a long day at your desk?  While it’s easy to blame the glare from your computer screen, you might be surprised to learn that your posture could be the real issue. With many jobs requiring prolonged sitting, poor posture has become a widespread problem, leading to […]

From Relief to Recovery: A Comprehensive Guide to Pain Management

Millions of individuals worldwide endure chronic pain, which significantly impacts their daily lives, employment, and mental well-being. Effective pain management is crucial to enhancing daily activities and overall health.  Dr. Javier Placer is a highly skilled pain management specialist, also trained in managing spinal cord injuries. Countless patients have placed their trust in Dr. Placer […]

Beyond Pain Relief: How SI Fusion Enhances Quality of Life

Lower back pain significantly disrupts lives, being a primary reason for absenteeism at work and leading to disability. Finding effective treatment for lower back pain demands patience, time, and guidance from an experienced spine doctor. An advanced method is Sacroiliac (SI) joint fusion surgery. This procedure represents a minimally invasive surgical approach to relieving pain […]

Lumbar Decompression: How Does this Procedure Help Eliminate Pain and Numbness?

Lumbar Spinal Stenosis is a common condition, but it is becoming more prevalent due to the aging of the population. Fortunately, lumbar decompression surgery remains a viable intervention for addressing compressed nerves in the lower (lumbar) spine.  The main goal of lumbar decompression is to relieve symptoms, such as persistent leg pain and numbness, caused […]

Join us in our Mission & Safari Trip to Kenya ✨

Join us in our Mission & Safari Trip to Kenya ✨

We want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Holiday Casino Night! It was an unforgettable evening filled with fun, laughter, and celebration. Your presence made the night even more special, and we truly appreciate your support. A Night to Remember From exciting casino games to fantastic prizes and […]

What is a Nerve Conduction Study, and How Can it Help?

If you’ve ever experienced tingling or numbness in your limbs, you know how concerning it can be. Understanding the source of these sensations is crucial for effective treatment.  One diagnostic tool that healthcare providers often use is a Nerve Conduction Study. This article will explore this procedure and how it can provide valuable insights into […]

What Pain Injection Options Can I Use for Knee Pain?

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), knee pain affects approximately 365 million people worldwide. The knee joint is the most commonly affected, followed by the hip and hand joints. Knee pain can occur suddenly due to an injury or develop gradually due to arthritis. Regardless of the cause, it is important to manage knee […]

10 FAQs Answered: All You Need to Know About Facet Joint Injections

Facet joints, the connectors between the vertebrae in your spine, are crucial to our movement. These vital components of the skeletal system enable bending, twisting, and serve as conduits for nerve roots traveling from the spinal cord to various areas like the head and arms. Just as with other joints in our body, such as […]